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Choral Retreat in Co. Durham to Explore New Vivaldi-Inspired Work with Renowned Composer
The Royal School of Church Music (RSCM) is delighted to announce its 2025 Singing Break led by acclaimed composer, vocalist and music director Joanna Forbes L’Estrange. Taking place from Friday 10th to Sunday 12th October, this immersive event will be hosted at Auckland Palace in Co. Durham, offer...
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Hartlepool to Tackle Tree Inequity with Major Community Planting Project
Our coastal towns and cities have proud histories shaped by the fishing and tourism industries. Many have suffered from years of underinvestment and face serious challenges of economic decline, leading to stark inequalities in health and environmental degradation. The Tree Equity for Hartlepool mult...
Durham University staff vote in favour of strike action over planned job cuts
Durham University's UCU members have voted "overwhelmingly" in favour of strike action, the union said
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Step Into Wonderland: Free Easter Fun for All at Hartlepool’s Middleton Grange
Shoppers are in for a magical treat this Easter as Middleton Grange Shopping Centre prepares to host an enchanting Alice in Wonderland experience for families and visitors of all ages. Taking place on Saturday 19th April from 10am to 4pm, the Hartlepool shopping centre will be transformed into a whi...
Four arrested after drug, theft and dangerous driving incidents in County Durham
Four people have been arrested in connection with three separate incidents across County Durham.
'Victory for Durham': Residents rejoice as plans for flats in dental practice refused
Plans for cafe and outdoor area near derelict Durham baths site
Killer, perverts and violent offenders among those locked up in March
A murderer, violent men and a series of sex offenders are among the people locked up at Teesside Crown Court in March.
Popular County Durham farmers' market with 80 traders reveals 2025 dates
Middleton-in-Teesdale’s much-loved Farmers Market is back for 2025 - and dates have been revealed.
Plans to build houses on former County Durham Royal British Legion club site approved
Plans to build houses on the site of a former club in Meadowfield have been approved by Durham County Council despite objections.
Sword-owning Aycliffe kidnapper held girl by throat and intended to rape her
A young first-time offender was warned to expect an “inevitable” prison sentence after admitting kidnapping and falsely imprisoning a girl, with intent to rape her.
Prisoner charged with attempted murder after serious assault in Durham prison
Prisoner Damien Bendall has been charged with attempted murder after a serious assault in a Durham prison.
Postal fraud suspects arrested in County Durham after victims lose thousands
Police are urging the public to stay alert after three suspected fraudsters were arrested across the North East, including Durham.
'Career burglar' targeted Durham University students and left prison ID card at scene of raid
Barry Lowery, 49, was jailed for over seven years after targeting student properties in Durham
'Despicable' burglar swiped women's underwear from Durham student digs
A prolific offender, Barry Lowery, has been jailed after a targeted spree on Durham student housing.
MP and businesses lead the fight for equal opportunities across North East
Students from five colleges across the North East gathered to hear from a panel of women at the Wilton Centre on Teesside
Green partnership adds theatre and church to its ranks
Darlington Hippodrome and the Diocese of Durham are among the newest members of the Darlington Employers Environmental Partnership (DEEP).
Sir Peter Vardy's plea to businesses to back North East Autism Society's farm vision
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What is the weather like in Darlington and County Durham this week?
The Met Office has provided the following weather forecast for Darlington and County Durham for the coming days.
Full list of road closures and roadworks across the North East this week
All the planned road closures and roadworks in the region including Newcastle, Sunderland and Durham for the week beginning Monday, March 31
Luxury six bedroom Airbnb near Durham city centre on sale for £1.5 million
Hartside House, described by the selling agents as “unquestionably one of Durham City’s finest country houses” most certainly does offer a wealth of beautifully-presented accommodation – spacious, light and airy and exquisitely designed to blend elegance with modern comforts. But it has much...